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M941 TKJ

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,021 mi
Last recorded20,021 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM941 TKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 20,021 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 18,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 18,889 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 18,875 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 18,817 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 18,817 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,647 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,951 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 17,319 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 17,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,914 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,388 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 15,864 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 14,833 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 14,833 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 13,654 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 13,654 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,301 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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M941 TKJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M941 TKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M941 TKJ registered?

M941 TKJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 June 1995.

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The MOT history for M941 TKJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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